Bishniya - Kotri, Bhilwara
Bishniya is a village situated in the Kotri tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Bishniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bishniya is 095672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1447.05 hectares and falls under the 311202 pincode. Bhilwara is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Bishniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahazpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bishniya
As per Census 2011, Bishniya village has a total population of 2,772 people, consisting of 1,401 males and 1,371 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,313 literate and 1,459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 456 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bishniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,772 | 1,401 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 200 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 228 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,313 | 854 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,459 | 547 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Bishniya
Bishniya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshpura | East | 2.19 km |
| Bilaspura | North | 2.56 km |
| Boonti | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Deo Kheri | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Kheri | South | 3.68 km |
| Shiv Pura | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Bhagwanpura | West | 4.63 km |
| Agariya | West | 4.68 km |
| Beri | East | 5.24 km |
| Narana | North-East | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bishniya
Public transport in the Bishniya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mandalgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhilwara to Bishniya is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bishniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bishniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bishniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bishniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bishniya
Where is Bishniya located?
Bishniya village is located in Kotri Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bishniya?
Bishniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bishniya?
The pincode of Bishniya is 311202.
What is the population of Bishniya?
Bishniya has a total population of 2,772, including 1,401 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Bishniya?
There are 523 households in Bishniya.
What is the literacy rate in Bishniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bishniya is 47.37%. Male literacy is 60.96% and female literacy is 33.48%.